Community Mental Health Services

Reading Community Mental Health Team is a team of social care and health professionals which is jointly provided by Reading Borough Council and Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

The team work with adults from 18 - 70 years who are experiencing mental health problems. We provide information and advice, and offer a range of treatments and care/support services depending on your individual needs.

We also provide support to carers who look after a person with mental health problems.

Article		Description
	Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)	Services and support for adults with mental health problems
	Resource	An innovative local service providing opportunities for members with mental health difficulties to learn new skills eventually leading to employment.
	Drug and Alcohol Services	Advice and support for people affected by substance abuse
	No 5 Young Counselling and Information	Reading's young people counselling centre offering free, confidential counselling and emotional support to anyone between 11 - 25 years.
	SANE	One of the UK's leading charities concerned with improving the lives of everyone affected by mental illness.
	Caring For Someone With Mental Health Problems	Support for people who look after someone with mental health problems
	Adult Protection/Safeguarding Adults From Abuse	Information and advice on protecting vulnerable adults from abuse
	A Practical Guide for Disabled People or Carers	Department of Health guide to rights and service
	Adaptations, Equipment And Emergency Alarms	Practical ways to help you stay safe and maintain independence at home
	Direct Payments	A scheme offering you more choice and control over the care services you receive